About Us
WSU Beach Watchers come from all walks of life! And what weaves these individuals together is a passion for our community and our environment. Thus, this group brings a rich cross-section of backgrounds, experience, and talents to the table.
Volunteers are selected through an application and interview process. Accepted volunteers then receive 100 hours of expert training from top
| Skagit WSU Beach Watchers participate in monitoring on March's Point. |
instructors in such subjects as marine life, environmental processes, geology, and practices for promoting a healthy environment to name just a few.
In return for this unique educational opportunity, all new Beach Watchers agree to "give back" a minimum of 100 volunteer hours to whatever interests them. This might include scientific surveys, talking with students and the public, designing outreach and education materials, even helping maintain our website and monthly newsletter but there is so much more. It is fun and the enthusiasm is contagious.